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Pair of Bronze Pharaonic Bookends
Cella
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Pair of Bronze Pharaonic Bookends

19th century
For Sale by Cella
Description

Striking pair of original late 19th century Egyptian Revival bronze patinated bookends modelled as a seated pharaoh on marble block bases.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Cella has dated these Egyptian Revival Bronze Bookends to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220768
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1099
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

Description
Striking pair of original late 19th century Egyptian Revival bronze patinated bookends modelled as a seated pharaoh on marble block bases.
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated these Egyptian Revival Bronze Bookends to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220768
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1099
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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Archive I A pair of dark bronze bookends depicting seated pharaoh figures mounted on rectangular pink marble bases.

Pair of Bronze Pharaonic Bookends

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A pair of dark bronze bookends depicting seated pharaoh figures mounted on rectangular pink marble bases.
Pair of bronze Pharaonic bookends
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A pair of dark bronze bookends depicting seated pharaoh figures mounted on rectangular pink marble bases.
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Egyptian Revival design emerged during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, inspired by archaeological discoveries such as Napoleons Egyptian expedition and the discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb. Objects in this style feature ancient Egyptian motifs, including pharaohs, hieroglyphs, sphinxes, and lotus patterns.

Bookends from this era were commonly cast in bronze, spelter, or brass to provide sufficient weight to hold books upright. These heavy metal figures were frequently mounted onto polished marble, onyx, or alabaster bases for increased stability and aesthetic contrast.

Authentic pieces often exhibit fine casting details, natural patination on the metal surfaces, and crisp carved features on the stone bases. Look for indications of cold-painting, foundry stamps, or age-appropriate wear to the base edges and underside.

Position these heavy bookends on a dark wood bookshelf, executive office desk, or sideboard to frame a collection of leather-bound books. They function as both functional book supports and sculptural accent pieces in traditional or eclectic spaces.

Dust the bronze figures regularly with a soft, dry cloth and avoid chemical cleaners that might strip the original patina. Clean the marble bases using a slightly damp cloth with neutral soap, ensuring liquid does not penetrate unsealed stone.
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